Meng Zhao was actually a little angry at this time, but he had done enough to cultivate his energy and the city was very deep, so he kept his expression low.

The alert and keen Meng Zhao also discovered something very unusual, that is, Meng Qinghuai's hostility was too obvious.

Although Meng Zhao's previous pleasantries were somewhat flattering.

But it is undeniable that Meng Qinghuai is definitely a powerful figure, and he came to the position through a distant relative, and finally gained the recognition of the Meng family.

To say that he cannot control his emotions and hide his hostility is to underestimate this person.

Since Meng Qinghuai and Meng Wen are as close as brothers, isn't it abnormal for Meng Qinghuai to behave in such a hostile manner and bring hatred to Meng Wen despite knowing that he intends to win over Meng Zhao?

Suppressing the doubts and confusion in his heart, Meng Zhao ignored Meng Qinghuai and focused all his energy on dealing with Meng Wen.

This second cousin did have the intention of winning over him. After smoothing things over for Meng Qinghuai, he kept telling Meng Zhao about the friendship between the two of them when they were children.

He also told how reluctant and painful he felt when Meng Zhao was sent to Yujing City, how he has missed him so much over the years, etc.

In short, the family card is fully played, and the affection shown is sincere and not offensive.

Meng Zhao naturally followed the trend and talked about some of his experiences in Yujing City, and occasionally complained about the poor life in Daci'en Temple.

It seems as if he has really experienced these things, and his acting skills are not bad.

When the atmosphere was heated up, Meng Wen expressed another frank and explicit concern, and then changed the subject,

"Well, I already knew that your life would not be very good in that temple, fourth brother, but I didn't expect that you would be so miserable. I really wronged you.

But now the pain is finally over.

Now, fourth brother, you are not only one of the thirty-six Tiangang Guards who protect the emperor, but also your official rank is that of a third-rank official, and your status is honorable.

When I return to the family, I have to inherit the legacy left by my second uncle, and I may have to be taken care of by you as my brother in the future."

After saying this, Meng Zhao faintly felt that Meng Qinghuai, who had been watching coldly for a long time, was becoming more and more complicated, and the eyes he occasionally looked at him were even more cold and jealous.

This should be a real reaction.

Tiangang Guards, a guard camp created by Emperor Beitang Sheng's decree, corresponds to the position of the Tiangang Star, so there are only thirty-six people left, specially built, and Ping Yi is the third rank.

Although he has no real power, he has a noble status and has many privileges. He is a typical person who does more with less and has more status.

It was all because Meng Zhao was ordered by the Emperor to enter the Daci'en Temple in Yujing City and practice for ten years, chanting sutras and praying for blessings.

Regardless of whether the spirit of disaster is really eliminated, this hard work cannot be erased.

Naturally, after his meritorious deeds were completed, he and thirty-five other martyred brothers also received royal rewards, and Tiangang Guard was one of them.

Meng Zhao accepted the position of Tianshang Star, and also received the seal, waist badge, and the Three Treasures of Tianshang Sword given by the emperor.

In terms of cards, in today's Meng family, he is probably second only to his eldest uncle, Nan'an Bo Mengji.

Not to mention, in addition to the noble Tiangang Guards, Meng Zhao also has a huge property left by his father waiting to be inherited. Status, wealth, and power are all at his fingertips.

It's no wonder that Meng Qinghuai felt unhappy.

Comparing people with each other will lead to death, and comparing goods with others will lead to throwing away goods. Compared with his own hard work, it is really hard to accept.

What Meng Wen said is also very interesting. The last sentence said to win over, lowering his posture and saying compliments. The tone of his words was not so formal, almost like a joke.

Meng Zhao looked at Meng Wen with a smile and did not answer.

Being able to come here and accompany him to perform such a scene of brotherly love is already considered a favor. Wanting him to truly end and supporting him openly and openly is simply overthinking.

At this time, Meng Qinghuai next to him didn't know what he was thinking, so he took the initiative to speak, and said a little bit strangely,

"The fourth young master has returned to the family and will soon take charge of the second family's family business. It is a joy to congratulate him.

Qinghuai just takes this opportunity today to give the Fourth Young Master a gift. Come on, bring up the gift."

As he said this, he saw a strong man in black clothes walking up quickly outside the pavilion, holding a copper box. He was obviously well prepared.

Meng Qinghuai stood up and took the copper box, pushed back the strong man in black, gave Meng Zhaopi a half-hearted smile, and then opened the copper box.

He took out a palm-sized stone sculpture from it and placed it on the corner of the table.

This stone carving is a tiger that looks quite vivid. The craftsmanship is good and the carving techniques are also very high.

But compared with those tigers that look majestic, high-spirited, and look like the king of beasts, this stone tiger has dull eyes, two paws stretched forward, and its head bent forward, making a lying posture.

Sick and without any energy.

The moral is actually not difficult to understand. The dragon must be coiled up, and the tiger must lie down.

This is a warning to Meng Zhao that he should be careful in his behavior in the Meng family from now on and not do things he shouldn't do.

At first, Meng Wen thought that Meng Qinghuai had really prepared a good gift for Meng Zhao, so he was full of expectations.

He thought that if he could take this opportunity to resolve the previous disagreement between the two, it would also settle his worries.

After seeing this stone tiger, the expression on his face changed, and his heart became half cold.

This is a rhythm that won’t stop until someone is offended.

Meng Wen was also very surprised. Even if Meng Qinghuai was not a very peaceful and friendly character, he would not be so narrow-minded and petty, and would offend people to death. Why is this happening?

What worried Meng Wen even more was that Meng Zhao's expression was finally no longer as gentle and calm as before, but instead became a bit more gloomy.

As his eyes moved, a strong anger rose, as if it was about to burst out at any time.

"We can't let the two of us directly conflict."

Meng Wen had this thought in his mind. If a fight really broke out here, would he help Meng Zhao or Meng Qinghuai?

The former is his cousin, and is about to inherit the second family's estate. He has a great influence, which will be very helpful for him to compete for the position of head of the family. Not only must he not offend, but he must also win over him.

The latter is his right-hand man, he has known him for many years, has deep feelings, and has related interests, so he cannot chill people's hearts.

Therefore, Meng Wen made a prompt decision, deliberately made a relaxed expression, pulled down Meng Qinghuai's sleeve, and said reproachfully,

"Qinghuai, this gift of yours is too shabby. If you really don't want to show off, don't show your shame.

When it comes to gifts, you have to look at what I have carefully prepared."

As he spoke, without looking at Meng Qinghuai's somewhat ugly expression, he clapped his hands gently.

After three crisp popping sounds, gorgeous petals like butterflies rolled up from a flower bush in the east corner of the pavilion.

As green as jade, as white as snow, and as blue as the sea, petals of many different types are flying in and out, so beautiful.

Under the reflection of the glazed lamps and the sea of ​​flowers in the sky.

A beautiful woman wearing a pink water skirt and a white fox fur walked toward them, as if she had stepped out of a maid painting.

This woman's skin is as good as snow, she is slender and graceful, and her black hair is combed into a bun.

Her beautiful melon-shaped face, delicate facial features and soft bones make her unforgettable at first glance.

To sum it up with one characteristic, it is elegance, simple and elegant beauty, and a kind of noble spirit that is not like the fireworks of the world.

Even though Meng Zhao was bombarded with countless pictures of beautiful women through Internet channels in his previous life, he was still attracted by this woman's beauty.

Not to mention that someone specially created an atmosphere for her to enter. These petals, tsk tsk, I don’t know how many bright flowers were wasted.

However, the effect was first-rate, and at least Meng Zhao couldn't help but be attracted to this woman.

Immediately, he became vigilant in his heart and activated the idea of ​​​​the White Bone Concept that matched the Arhat Boy Kung Fu.

Visualize the flower-like beauty in front of you as a skeleton of white bones, occasionally with horrible flesh and blood crawling, covered with feces, urine, maggots, and mosquito and fly bites...

In an instant, all the charm and excitement before disappeared without a trace.

The whole person is like an old monk who has entered concentration, his mind is calm and there are no charming or delusional thoughts.
Chapter completed!